It is definitely no surprise (due to my deep love of anthropomorphic artwork) that I am rather deeply in love with these animal ornaments from Old World Primitives. These dappers lads and ladies make me smile a whole lot. (See also: website)

11.28.2011

Good evening, folks! I hope you all had a magnificent holiday weekend. I cooked too much, ate too much, and cleaned too much. I am starting this week off terribly exhausted. I'm keeping the coffee brewin' nonstop.

Since we are just about to enter December, it's time to start the holiday gift guides (with some special guests joining throughout the month.) First? Vintage lovelies for the lovers of pretty items from the past. Oh yes, my favorite.

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas on Pinterest and I am loving it. For some reason, this year I am swept into the season a whole lot earlier than I usually am. I admit, the tree went up tonight. I'm feeling it and I shall not be ashamed!

I must say, I have some very talented friends. One of my dearest ones here in Portland, the darling Amy Nieto, just created this stunning 2012 calendar. It features a silver silkscreen of the stars of the Northern Hemisphere printed on indigo textured paper. And $5 of each sale goes to The Planetary Society. Go Amy! ($25)

11.18.2011

With the late fall season and early snow expected here, it's become the time of year when I daydream about having a fireplace. Few things are nicer in the colder months than sitting with a cup of tea, wine, or in my usual case, a good ale in front of the fire. Here are some homes that have me yearning for one even more.

11.16.2011

Oh, goodness. Due to my extreme love of ridiculous animal items, I cannot even tell you how badly I desire this dress. The cut is adorable and that silly dog print is too great. My Christmas wish? To own this baby and wear it with pride. ($129.99)